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13 results for Workplace Specialist in Palo Alto, CA

Workplace Specialist

Menlo Park, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee daily workplace operations, including facilities, vendors, and office services</li><li>Support employee experience initiatives such as onboarding, events, and workspace setup</li><li>Manage service requests, workplace systems, and office logistics</li><li>Ensure compliance with workplace policies, safety standards, and procedures</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization, and overall office experience</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Workplace Coordinator

Menlo Park, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Ability to work in a fast paced environment,</li><li>Coordinate day-to-day office operations, including facilities, supplies, and vendor management</li><li>Support employee experience through office events, onboarding, and workspace setup</li><li>Partner with leadership on workplace initiatives and communication</li><li>Manage office requests, service tickets, and workplace logistics</li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and functional office environment</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Workplace Experience Coordinator

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Workplace Experience Coordinator to join our team on a contract, on-call basis in San Francisco, CA. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong presence, a passion for delivering exceptional service, and the ability to adapt to dynamic situations. As a key point of contact, you will provide detail-oriented support and ensure seamless operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Provide front desk and receptionist services, including greeting visitors and managing inbound calls.• Set up and break down food and beverage arrangements for meetings, ensuring all items are presented appropriately.• Operate and maintain coffee machines, including cleaning cycles and replenishing supplies.• Utilize software tools such as Slack and Microsoft Office to coordinate tasks and communicate effectively.• Maintain a calm and confident presence while managing multiple responsibilities and addressing inquiries.• Maintain a neat appearance and adhere to a business dress code, preferably navy blue suit with white button-up.• Respond to on-call requests with flexibility, including same-day assignments as needed.• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth operations and a high-quality workplace experience.• Complete necessary background checks and drug tests as part of the onboarding process.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Santa Clara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a collaborative team supporting a dynamic, multi-entity organization in Santa Clara, California. This contract opportunity is well suited for a payroll specialist who can manage high-volume processing with precision while navigating complex pay scenarios across a distributed workforce. The role plays an important part in delivering accurate bi-weekly payroll, maintaining compliance, and strengthening payroll operations through careful review, problem-solving, and process improvement. Responsibilities: • Manage complete bi-weekly payroll processing for multiple entities and employee groups, ensuring timely and accurate pay for salaried, hourly, and commission-based staff. • Examine payroll records for earnings, deductions, taxes, benefit elections, reimbursements, and other adjustments to confirm data integrity before final processing. • Administer specialized payroll items such as bonus payments, retroactive adjustments, multi-state tax situations, prevailing wage requirements, and certified payroll reporting. • Reconcile payroll outputs with tax documents, internal reports, and general ledger activity to support accurate financial reporting. • Coordinate with external providers that support tax filings, garnishments, and benefit-related payroll activity to maintain smooth payroll operations. • Investigate and resolve payroll exceptions, including payment discrepancies, overpayments, underpayments, and system-related issues. • Prepare payroll records, reports, and supporting documentation for internal reviews and external audit requests. • Contribute to payroll projects involving system enhancements, workflow improvements, benefit changes, acquisitions, and implementation-related activities. • Review payroll system integrations and data transfers to help ensure employee and payroll information moves correctly between platforms.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Livermore, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
30.5 - 42.5 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to support high-volume payroll operations for an organization with 1,000+ employees, including both non-union and union populations. This professional will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, and supporting payroll-related reporting, reconciliations, and issue resolution. If interested, please call Tawnia Kirshen at 925-275-5416 or sent your resume to my email found on LinkedIn. JOB DUTIES:• Process payroll transactions for hourly and salaried employees, including union and non-union populations• Review and validate payroll data such as time entries, pay changes, deductions, and earnings• Support payroll cycles, including off-cycle and manual check processing• Assist in calculating overtime, shift differentials, and union-specific pay rules• Ensure payroll data is accurate and compliant with federal, state, and local regulations• Apply collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) to payroll processing with guidance from Payroll Lead• Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and error resolution• Help maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policies• Utilize SAP SuccessFactors EC Payroll for payroll processing and data management• Support data validation between payroll and timekeeping systems (e.g., UKG/Kronos)• Generate and review standard payroll reports; escalate discrepancies as needed• Use Excel for basic to intermediate analysis (lookups, data validation, simple reconciliations)
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Menlo Park, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
Overview:The Payroll Specialist – Workday is responsible for administering and processing payroll activities using Workday software. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll cycles, maintains compliance with legal and company policies, and provides payroll support to employees and internal partners. The Payroll Specialist works closely with HR and finance teams to address payroll issues, improve processes, and uphold data integrity.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state or multi-country payrolls using Workday, ensuring all transactions are accurate and compliant with applicable regulations.</li><li>Audit, verify, and reconcile payroll data, and resolve any discrepancies or errors within Workday.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, process adjustments, and update employee payroll information in the system.</li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documents (such as W-2s or T4s) utilizing Workday reporting tools.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees, ensuring excellent customer service.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to support integrations, benefits, and compensation changes impacting payroll.</li><li>Ensure payroll practices are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and assist with streamlining payroll workflow leveraging Workday automation features.</li><li>Support audits and provide timely payroll documentation as necessary.</li></ul>
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Livermore, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32.0625 - 42.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our client on a Long-term Contract basis who has experience with UKG/KRONOS. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll support for a large employee population while partnering closely with payroll leadership to maintain compliance and resolve issues efficiently. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with both union and non-union payroll, and confident handling detailed payroll data in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across union and non-union groups, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Examine time records, pay updates, deductions, and earnings details to confirm payroll information is complete and correct before final processing.• Provide support for regular payroll runs as well as special payments, including off-cycle payroll activity and manual check requests.• Calculate pay components such as overtime, shift premiums, and labor agreement-based earnings by following established payroll guidelines.• Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and issue resolution by identifying discrepancies and helping correct payroll errors promptly.• Prepare, organize, and retain payroll records and related documentation in alignment with company standards and audit requirements.• Create and review recurring payroll reports and use Excel functions such as lookups and data validation to analyze information and escalate unusual findings.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Foster City, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40.86 - 44.23 USD / Hourly
Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) – Payroll Specialist Position Summary:We are seeking a Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) with strong end-to-end payroll experience to support client projects and interim needs. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who has processed high-volume, multi-state payroll and can quickly adapt to new environments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process high-volume payroll for up to 4,500 employees across multiple pay cycles</li><li>Manage multi-state payroll with specific experience handling Quick Pay requirements in California, Colorado, and Oregon</li><li>Administer payroll activities in ADP Workforce Now (WFN), including audits, maintenance, reporting, and issue resolution</li><li>Review and validate payroll data for accuracy, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Support payroll adjustments, off-cycle payments, final pay, and special payroll runs as needed</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries</li><li>Process and reconcile employee expense reports using Concur</li><li>Review submitted expenses for policy compliance, coding accuracy, and proper approvals</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting, payroll reconciliations, and audit support</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information at all times</li></ul>
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE90K-100K We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our expanding team. This role is vital to ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing while supporting employees and managers with payroll-related inquiries. As a senior member of the payroll team, you will manage key aspects of payroll administration, reporting, and system maintenance. Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Tax Specialist

Palo Alto, CA
remote
Temporary to Hire
56.05 - 64.9 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Tax Specialist to support a non-profit organization in Menlo Park, California through a contract opportunity with the potential for a permanent role. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll tax knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and experience managing compliance across multiple states and large employee populations. The person in this position will play a key role in maintaining accurate tax reporting, resolving agency matters, and helping ensure payroll practices remain aligned with current regulations. Responsibilities: • Oversee the reconciliation and review of quarterly and year-end payroll tax filings to maintain accurate and timely reporting. • Monitor employee work locations across remote states and evaluate tax reciprocity and withholding obligations to support compliance. • Assess state unemployment insurance accounts, determine applicable organizational status, and manage related payroll tax obligations. • Investigate and respond to agency notices, tax questions, and other payroll tax issues requiring follow-up and resolution. • Prepare and reconcile annual tax reporting, including coordination between Form 990 data and employee wage statements such as W-2 and W-2C documents. • Track payroll activity for biweekly and semi-monthly cycles by comparing results to compliance reporting and identifying discrepancies. • Stay current on federal, state, and local payroll tax rules and apply updates to payroll practices and reporting requirements. • Produce and review payroll-related reports for external parties, including required quarterly and jurisdiction-specific filings such as headcount, compensation, and pay data reports. • Audit overpayment recovery activity to confirm accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with applicable guidelines.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist

Watsonville, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist to support payroll operations and core human resources activities for a dynamic organization in Watsonville, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance accurate payroll administration with employee support, benefits coordination, and compliance-related HR work. The role requires sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams while handling sensitive information with care. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for multiple company entities, ensuring timely and accurate weekly payroll completion for a large employee population. • Review, correct, and approve timekeeping records, then organize payroll reports and maintain documentation in shared internal systems. • Prepare recurring and year-end payroll-related reporting, including wage statements, audits, tax documentation, and employee mailings. • Oversee fleet program administration and provide day-to-day support for related employee processes. • Assist with benefits administration by coordinating enrollments, employee communications, wellness-related activities, and ongoing program support. • Handle leave administration in compliance with applicable regulations, while maintaining accurate records and coordinating with employees and management as needed. • Support employee relations matters by helping address routine workplace concerns with discretion and escalating more complex situations when appropriate. • Contribute to recruiting and onboarding activities, including job posting support, candidate coordination, offer preparation, and new employee integration. • Partner with internal teams on retirement plan administration, safety initiatives, company events, social audits, and broader compliance or sustainability efforts.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Occupancy Specialist

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Occupancy Specialist to support affordable housing operations in California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can balance compliance oversight with resident-focused administrative support in a non-profit environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate occupancy records, coordinate certification timelines, and contribute to smooth leasing and reporting processes while upholding regulatory standards. Responsibilities:• Oversee occupancy documentation to help ensure adherence to applicable income thresholds, rent restrictions, and program guidelines.• Evaluate resident files for new admissions and annual eligibility renewals, confirming that required information is complete and properly approved.• Track certification deadlines, audit calendars, and related compliance milestones to support timely follow-up and file maintenance.• Partner with internal teams on regulatory reviews, operational reporting, policy documentation, and outreach efforts connected to property occupancy.• Support leasing administration by reviewing lease paperwork, assisting with applicant screening steps, and helping maintain accurate resident records.• Communicate with residents, applicants, and team members to gather required materials and resolve questions related to occupancy status and documentation.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

HR Specialist

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR Specialist to support a non-profit organization in San Jose, California through a Contract assignment. This role focuses on day-to-day human resources coordination, employee support, and accurate handling of HR information and documentation. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative judgment, comfort working with HR systems, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion in a regulated environment. Responsibilities: • Provide administrative support to the human resources team, ensuring records, forms, and routine processes are completed accurately and on time. • Coordinate calendars, arrange meetings, and assist with scheduling for HR-related discussions, interviews, and team activities. • Support onboarding activities by preparing documentation, tracking pre-employment steps, and helping new hires move smoothly through the hiring process. • Maintain and update employee information within HRIS platforms while helping preserve data accuracy and consistency. • Respond to employee questions on general HR matters and direct more complex issues to the appropriate internal contacts. • Assist with employee relations activities by documenting information, organizing follow-up actions, and supporting timely communication. • Handle confidential personnel information with a high level of care, including materials connected to HIPAA-regulated environments when applicable. • Contribute to HR projects and operational tasks, including process updates or system-related coordination as assigned by the department.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z